The King and Prince Resort on the beach at St. Simon’s Island, Georgia. Sounds swanky, doesn’t it? I sure thought so! I first heard of The King and Prince Resort about five years ago and knew I needed to visit someday. I thought it might be good for a romantic getaway with my husband, where we … [Read more...]
The George Washington Grand Hotel: Location, location, location
Visiting the historic town of Winchester, Virginia earlier this year, I got to stay at the luxurious George Washington Grand Hotel, a Wyndham Grand property. In the heart of downtown, it's convenient to Old Town Winchester -- the city's historic walking mall. But, the hotel itself is a destination … [Read more...]
Turquoise Place: Luxury oceanfront resort in Orange Beach (a review)
When I was invited to Orange Beach to learn about the Leave Only Footprints eco-tourism initiative, I got the chance to stay at the luxurious Turquoise Place, an oceanfront condominium resort. You know this kind of place -- it's a stunner that turns heads. And, if you're like me, you might think … [Read more...]
Boar’s Head Inn: Putting the quality back in family time
Only 38% of American families take weeklong vacations -- 38%. That means that 62% of families take less than a week away together. As long as that trend persists, it's more important than ever that we make the most of vacation time! That's where the Boar's Head Inn comes in. This stunning resort, … [Read more...]
Consider unique lodging for family vacations
Hotel stays are great for so many reasons: rewards points, consistent accommodations (no surprises), useful amenities (wifi, pool, exercise room and 24 hour desk). But, are hotels always the best choice? When my kids were little (and I was less adventurous), I preferred the consistency of hotel … [Read more...]
25 E. Main St.
What's in an address? You know... those numbers and letters we punch in to the GPS so that annoying voice can guide us to a destination. Those numbers and letters we use to send exciting mail, like graduation announcements and wedding invitations. Have you ever really thought about the place … [Read more...]
Belgian Waffles at the Green Tree Inn
In the tiny town of Elsah, Illinois, tucked between bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, you will discover the world’s best Belgian Waffles. Okay — maybe in Belgium you can find better Belgian Waffles, but for those of us not destined for Belgium in the near future, Elsah is the place! The … [Read more...]
5 star summer fun in Sarasota
Ellie and I got to spend 3 nights at the Sun-N-Fun Carefree Resort in Sarasota, Florida, a great way to kick off summer if you ask me! Thank you, Sun-N-Fun, for hosting us! Sarasota is on Florida's Gulf Coast, just about an hour south of Tampa. The Sun-N-Fun Resort is conveniently located on the … [Read more...]
Almost Staycation: Airport Hotel Fun!
When my oldest was not so old, we saw helicopters practicing take-offs and landings at a small airport near our home. He was, like most young boys, mesmerized. I pulled the van over to watch for a few minutes -- until his snoozing baby brother woke and started wailing. Kids love stuff that … [Read more...]
Keswick Hall: Kid-friendly Luxury
• 2018 Update: Keswick Hall is closed for a complete refurbishment and will reopen in 2019. I will update this review then! • When Keswick Hall invited us to stay with them on a weekend getaway to historic Charlottesville, Virginia, I simply had to say yes! The resort, which has has attained Condé … [Read more...]
